Events

Saturday, December 15, 2018

Optical Chronicle III

Date: Aug 14 through Apr 21

Location: Museum of Nebraska Art
2401 Central Ave. , Kearney,
NE

Optical Chronicle III
August 14, 2018 – April 21, 2019
Author Henry M. Sayre in his book A World of Art discusses the various roles of the artist in society. He identifies four roles; the third is how artists make a visual record of the people, places, and events of their time and place. These identified roles provide the viewer with a touchstone through which they can then begin to interpret the work. This exhibition is the third in a series of four exhibitions, each dedicated to one of Sayre’s four guiding principles.

Kent Bellows and His Collectors

Date: Aug 25 through Jan 6

Location: Museum of Nebraska Art
2401 Central Ave. , Kearney,
NE

Kent Bellows and His Collectors
August 25, 2018 – January 6, 2019
The artworks of Kent Bellows are often explorations into the human nature of those around him and of himself, thereby giving an intimate glimpse into his subject’s lives. His obsessive attention to detail and hyper realism style effortlessly invite viewers into his artistic world. Loaned form Bellows’ collectors, the works are from people he knew – and who knew him well.

For Freedoms: In the future days . . .

Date: Aug 10 through Dec 31

The enduring relevance of Franklin Delano Roosevelt’s 1941 “Four Freedoms” address— invoking freedom of speech, freedom of worship, freedom from want, and freedom from fear—is explored in an exhibition of artworks drawn from Sheldon Museum of Art’s permanent holdings and those of private collections.
This exhibition is part of the 50 State Initiative, a nonpartisan project organized by the artist-run For Freedoms Federation to advance art as a means of inspiring civic participation throughout the US.
Admission is free.

Adornment

Date: Sep 29 through Feb 3

Location: Museum of Nebraska Art
2401 Central Ave. , Kearney,
NE

Adornment
September 29, 2018 – February 3, 2019
Adornment looks at how individuals and communities clothe, embellish, or alter their appearances through creative thought and artistic practices. The exhibition explores the ongoing need to create works as varied as filigreed jewelry, beaded traditional or contemporary Native American clothing, African American headdresses, tattoos, nail art, distinctive felt hats, fashion designs, and inspired opera and ballet costumes, among others. The work of over 35 individuals is presented including Cey...

Nebraska Now: Larry Gawel, Photographs

Date: Oct 13 through Jan 6

Location: Museum of Nebraska Art
2401 Central Ave. , Kearney,
NE

Nebraska Now: Larry Gawel, Photographs
October 13, 2018 – January 6, 2019
Larry Gawel uses black and white film photography and tintypes, a traditional practice from the 1860s and ‘70s, to juxtapose the flora and fauna of Nebraska and Japan. Gawel specifically looks to hunting and harvest practices in the United States and the Japanese landscape to explore individual’s response to the land and the response to the imagery by viewers.
Artist Talk and Reception: October 13 • 1:30 p.m.
2018 Nebraska Now exhibitions are sponsored by...

Winterscapes

Date: Nov 13 through Jan 20

Location: Museum of Nebraska Art
2401 Central Ave. , Kearney,
NE

Winterscapes
November 13, 2018 – January 20, 2019
In celebration of the season, the exhibition Winterscapes showcases selected recent acquisitions along with longstanding collection works. Winter has its unique beauty – which has always inspired artists from photographers to painters. When it’s cold outside, experiencing winter scenes in the warmth of a MONA gallery is an opportunity to effortlessly appreciate the splendor of this time of year in Nebraska.

Start Your Engines Exhibit

Date: Aug 25 through Aug 31

Plainview photographer and race car driver Harold Mauck lived life in the fast lane. His amazing collection of photos documenting northeastern Nebraska's post-World war II culture of stock car racing is featured in our new exhibit on the first floor of the Nebraska History Museum. The exhibit features a selection of Mauck's best photographs showing all aspects of Nebraska stock car racing history.
In addition to the photographs, the exhibit features cars and objects on loan from the Speedway Motors Museum of American Speed, as well as items...

At a Crossroads: The Political Future of Chuck Hagel

Date: Sep 10 through Dec 21

A new exhibit, At a Crossroads: The Political Future of Chuck Hagel, opens September 10, 2018 and runs through December 21, 2018, on the lower level of UNO's Criss Library.
Learn about the political future that was facing Chuck Hagel in 2007 in a new exhibit from Archives & Special Collections’ U.S. Senator Chuck Hagel Archives. Letters, photographs, newspaper clippings, and memorabilia trace Senator Hagel’s path from early in his first term and involvement in the 2000 presidential election, through the years of speculation about his...

2nd Annual Under Two Hundred Show

Date: Nov 1 through Dec 22

Location: Blue Cat Gallery & Studio
114 W. 3rd Street , Wayne,
NE

Under Two Hundred features over 25 artists from around the state, region, and country. Visitors will be treated to a visual array of paintings, drawings, mixed-media works, jewelry, sculpture, fiber art, encaustic painting, photography, printmaking, and more in this salon-style exhibit. A variety of styles, from traditional to whimsical to edgy, will be included, and is sure to please a wide range of tastes. An opening reception will be held Thursday, Nov. 1 from 5-8pm, free and open to the public.

Holiday Lights Festival - Sounds of the Season

Date: Nov 24 through Dec 22

Location: Gene Leahy Mall
14th & Farnam , Omaha,
NE

The Sounds of the Season will showcase the talent of local choral groups that include talented youth to professional performers. The Gene Leahy Mall and the Old Market will be filled with delightful holiday music during the five-week program (every Saturday).

I LET THEM IN. Conditional Hospitality and The Stranger

Date: Dec 13 through Feb 23

"I let them in. Conditional Hospitality and The Stranger" is a two-person exhibition featuring videos by Kader Attia and Candice Breitz, curated by Taraneh Fazeli, 2018 Bemis Curator-in-Residence. Amidst the current “migration crisis,” these artworks interrogate who is afforded the right to speak or the ability to be understood considering dominant representational narratives and the political, socio-psychological, and technological systems that shape our understandings of self and the communal.
ON VIEW THROUGH FEBRUARY 23, 2019
Bemis...

Film Streams: Forever Young Movie Series

Date: Oct 6

Repeats: WEEKLY, 20181228T055959Z times

Our Fall 2018 family-friendly series launches Saturday, October 6 with The Book of Life. The vibrant fantasy-adventure tells the legend of Manolo, a conflicted hero and dreamer who sets off on an epic quest through magical, mythical and wondrous worlds in order to rescue his one true love and defend his village. Featuring the voice talents of Channing Tatum, Zoe Saldana, Diego Luna, and Ice Cube.
The series will also deliver 80s nostalgia (The Goonies), one of the most inventive films of the silent era (Sherlock Jr.), and a collection of...

Location: The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints
3000 Old Cheney , Lincoln,
NE

The Book of Mormon

Date: Dec 15

Location: Lied Center for Performing Arts
301 N 12 ST , Lincoln,
NE

The New York Times calls it "The best musical of this century." The Washington Post says, "It is the kind of evening that restores your faith in musicals." And Entertainment Weekly says, "Grade A: The funniest musical of all time." Jimmy Fallon of The Tonight Show calls it "Genius. Brilliant. Phenominal." It's The Book of Mormon, the nine-time Tony Award®-winning Best Musical. Contains explicit language. For more information, visit bookofmormonthemusical.com.

2018 City of Omaha Carol Concert

Date: Dec 15

Location: KROC Center
2825 Y Street , Omaha,
NE

Join over 10 performing arts groups from all across Omaha as we celebrate the Spirit of Christmas as one people, in one city. Everyone is welcome to join us for this second annual City of Omaha Carol Concert. Guests are asked to bring a toy to donate to the Omaha Angel Tree Program.

NUNCRACKERS: A Nunsense Christmas Musical

Date: Dec 1

Repeats: WEEKLY, 20181216T055959Z times

Location: Lofte Community Theatre
15841 Manley Rd , Manley,
NE

Lofte Community Theatre Announces Nuncrackers: A Nunsense Christmas Muscial
Manley, Neb., November 15, 2018 -- The Lofte Community Theatre, located in Manley, NE, just 25 minutes south of Omaha, will be performing Nuncrackers: The Nunsense Christmas Musical, by Dan Goggin. Performances will be December 1, 2, 7, 8, 9, 13, 14, 15 & 16, 2018 Thursday, Friday and Saturday shows begin at 7PM, and Sunday shows begin at 2PM.
The Nunsense Christmas Musical, Nuncrackers, is presented as the first TV special taped in the cable access studio built...

The Book of Mormon

Date: Dec 15

Location: Lied Center for Performing Arts
301 N 12 ST , Lincoln,
NE

The New York Times calls it "The best musical of this century." The Washington Post says, "It is the kind of evening that restores your faith in musicals." And Entertainment Weekly says, "Grade A: The funniest musical of all time." Jimmy Fallon of The Tonight Show calls it "Genius. Brilliant. Phenominal." It's The Book of Mormon, the nine-time Tony Award®-winning Best Musical. Contains explicit language. For more information, visit bookofmormonthemusical.com.

An Act of God

Date: Nov 23

Repeats: WEEKLY, 20181216T055959Z times

Location: Blue Barn Theatre
1106 South 10th Street , Omaha,
NE

An Act of God
The supreme being Himself finally returns, and just in time for the holidays! In this hilariously holy limited engagement, God descends upon the Bluebarn stage along with his angels, Michael and Gabriel. He’ll answer the eternal questions. He’ll set the divine record straight. He’s got ten new commandments, and He’s got jokes.
$35 for adults/$30 for Seniors/$28 for Military & Educators.
Additional performances are on Sunday, November 25th (6:00 pm), Sunday, December 2nd (6:00 pm), Sunday, December 16th at 2:00...

Date: Dec 6

Repeats: WEEKLY, 20181217T055959Z times

Location: Kearney Community Theatre
83 Plaza Blvd , Kearney,
NE

Picture a unique Christmas Special – filmed in the Cable Access TV Studio – otherwise known as the Mount Saint Helens Convent Basement. Rousing Christmas carols, dueling Sugar Plum Fairies, Secret Santa drawings, stolen gifts, and injured nuns. A little too much rum in the cake and just in time for Christmas, the “Catholic Home Shopping Network” is born. Along with Jesus. What more could you ask for at Christmastime? By Dan Goggin. Suitable for older youth and adults.
Thursday Dec. 6-8 at 7:30, Sunday December 9th at 2:00, Thursday,...

The Holiday Cabaret

Date: Dec 13

Repeats: DAILY, SU
RDATE:20181216T060000Z times

Location: Temple Building
1209 R St , Lincoln,
NE

Don’t miss the Rep’s second annual holiday celebration, The Holiday Cabaret! Enjoy holiday classics performed by favorite Rep performers, emerging artists and surprise guests. Get into the holiday spirit and join us for this toe-tapping, uplifting night of song, good cheer and revelry.
Individual Tickets: $30 | Student/OLLI: $15